BASKING RIDGE, NJ — One dog has died and multiple cats were rescued from a fire at a Basking Ridge condo on Monday.
At 9:46 a.m., Bernards Township Police and Firefighters were called to fire in a condo unit off Arbor Circle.
Officers saw heavy smoke coming from within the unit and area, said Bernards Township Police Lt. Timothy King.
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“Officers quickly evacuated anyone from the area and entered the unit to assist with removing several domestic animals,” said King.
The animals rescued were cats.
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Unfortunately, as a result of the smoke condition, one dog belonging to the victim was dead, said King.
No other injuries were reported.
Following an investigation, the fire was found to be accidental and began in a basement trashcan within the affected unit, said King.
Along with police, Liberty Corner Fire Company, Basking Ridge Fire Company and Peapack-Gladstone First Aid and Rescue Squad Inc. also came to the help with the fire.
Peapack-Gladstone First Aid & Rescue Squad Inc. is 100 percent volunteer 24/7/365. They are a privately run, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. If interested in joining and becoming an EMT email [email protected] or call 908-234-0253.
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